Meredith College Nursing Program Receives Approval from North Carolina Board of Nursing

The North Carolina Board of Nursing has approved the establishment of Meredith College’s nursing program. The approval was announced at the Board’s meeting on January 16.

“On behalf of Meredith College, I am pleased that the North Carolina Board of Nursing has approved our new program, which will provide students with valuable opportunities to pursue rewarding careers,” said President Aimee Sapp. “Meredith College is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of our state in addressing the critical shortage of healthcare workers here and beyond.”

Meredith College’s undergraduate nursing program for women will provide a rigorous curriculum within a supportive environment to help students become leaders and innovators in the nursing field. Meredith students will be eligible to apply for the nursing program through a secondary application process that will begin during the fall 2025 semester.

“Graduates of Meredith’s nursing program will be prepared to deliver high-quality, compassionate care, advocate for health equity, and embrace innovations in healthcare to improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities,” said Michelle Hartman, Meredith associate professor and nursing program director.

Graduates will be eligible to apply for licensure as registered nurses and be “practice-ready” across a variety of settings and organizations.

Nursing Program Strengths
Building on a strong foundation of preparing graduates for successful careers in nursing, Meredith’s nursing program will support students through personalized attention and mentorship from experienced faculty members dedicated to their success. 

As a women’s college, Meredith has unique programming to help students gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in STEM fields. The program will also emphasize the importance of ethical practice, cultural humility, and lifelong learning, preparing students to be ethical leaders and advocates for patients’ care and healthcare equity. 

In an evolving healthcare landscape, Meredith’s nursing program will embrace innovation and technological advancements that enhance patient care and nursing practice.

“Our students will be encouraged to be adaptable and open-minded, as we equip them with the knowledge and skills to leverage emerging technologies, evidence-based interventions, and interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize health outcomes and improve healthcare delivery,” said Hartman.

Meredith’s location near the Research Triangle and strong faculty connections to industry partners will support exceptional research, clinical placement, and employment opportunities.

History of Healthcare Career Success
Meredith College has a long history of preparing its graduates for healthcare careers. Meredith pre-nursing alumnae are employed in numerous areas of the nursing field, including neonatal intensive care, cardiology, pediatrics, clinical research, heart failure, lung transplant, hospice and palliative care, and more.

In December, Meredith gained the approval of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) for its proposed nursing program. In the spring of 2024, the Meredith College Board of Trustees approved the establishment of a nursing program after rigorous evaluation and planning by Meredith College’s leadership and faculty. 

Learn more about Meredith College’s nursing program.